During the IPL 2024 eÂncounter against Gujarat Titans (GT) on Friday MS Dhoni a stalwart of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) showcaseÂd his exceptional batting skills with a quick cameo of 26* (11). UnfortunateÂly CSKs valiant efforts were in vain as theÂy eventually suffereÂd a 35run defeat to GT in Ahmedabad.
GT opted to bat first deÂspite the toss setback and manageÂd to achieve a remarkable total of 231/4. This game was a mustwin scenario for them to cling onto theÂir slim chances of entering the playoffs. Captain Shubman Gills exceptional century scoring 104 runs truly seÂt the tone for his team. Accompanying him impreÂssively Sai Sudharsan reached a mileÂstone with a hundred of his own.
CSK then escaped a top-order collapse, with to strong knocks from Daryl Mitchell (63) and Moeen Ali (56), who kept them in contention. Mohit Sharma and Rashid Khan took wickets at critical moments in the second part of the chase, halting CSK’s momentum.
MS Dhoni came in to bat in the 17th over, following Shivam Dube’s dismissal. The equation proved too difficult for Super Kings at that point, as they need 67 runs from 3.2 overs. MS Dhoni could only cut the losing margin by smashing three sixes and a four while remaining undefeated.
CSK supporters were frustrated by their team’s loss, but they were ecstatic to watch ‘Thala’ hit a pair of sixes. Here are a few fan responses to Dhoni’s appearance on X:
Rashid Khan Expresses Gratitude for Playing Against MS Dhoni in IPL 2024
After the match on Friday, GT leg-spinner Rashid Khan talked up about his experience on the pitch with MS Dhoni, saying:
Reflecting on GT’s win, Rashid added:
Regarding his health and bowling form, Rashid Khan continued: